President Announces State Visit of Phillippine President
State Visit by President Macapagal-Arroyo of the Philippines

President Bush is pleased to announce that he will host
Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo of the Philippines for a State Visit on April
2. The United States and the Philippines are treaty allies bound by
shared history, shared values, and a shared commitment to a peaceful
and prosperous 21st century.

President Bush looks forward to discussing how the United States
and the Philippines can further strengthen bilateral relations,
including cooperation in the war against terror. He also looks forward
to discussing how the United States can best support President
Macapagal-Arroyo's efforts to strengthen the rule of law, advance
economic reform, and alleviate poverty in the Philippines.